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CHM 102 IUPAC Nomenclature Objective Question
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Question

What information is provided by the suffix of an organic compound's name?
Options
A The number of substituents
B The length of the side chains
C The identity of the functional group
Correct Answer
D The total molecular weight
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The suffix identifies the primary functional group present (e.g., -ol for alcohols, -one for ketones).

Hint

Think of the ending of the name.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: IUPAC Nomenclature
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 862 of 1999
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